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We take a look at the history of the 1970 AMC Rebel Machine factory supercar, boasting a 340hp 390 V-8 that thumped beneath its twin snorkel hood, the Machine qualified as a bona fide mad machine. www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #myride #madmachine #madmachines #1970AMCRebel #AMCRebelfra #musclecar #roadtrip #roadtrippin #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #musclecar #automotive #car #road #instacars #ride

The beginning of a day's drive often colors the entire trip. Locally referred to as "Racer's Road," Farm-to-Market 1458 between Pattison and Wallis is an excellent start that leads into a beautiful drive to Eagle Lake, popular with goose hunters in the winter. If you have a minute, stop amid the rice fields by the town of Eagle and take a stroll in town. Long, straight cruising roads are the norm on this loop, but the drive concludes with a fine cruise along the river and through a couple of major 90-degree sweepers between Simonton and Brookshire, so get ready. USRT080 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT080 #Roanoke #Virginia #roadtrip #roadtrippin #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #ridesofalifetime #atlas #outdoors #roadslesstravelled #destination (at Houston, Texas)

Check out The Tee Pee Motel and R.V. Park. Set alongside Highway 59, this quirky motel is 2.8 miles from downtown Wharton and 3 miles from the Colorado River. A row of 10 air-conditioned tepees with Native American-inspired decor and handmade quilts feature private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and cable TV, plus coffeemakers, minifridges and microwaves. USRT080 www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT080 #PeeWeeMotel #Houston #Texas #eatery #pitstop #roadtrip #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #view #tourist #tourism #travelphotography #vacation (at Tee Pee Motel and RV Park)

Big Walker Lookout is Virginia's oldest privately owned scenic attraction, and is located in Wythe County in Southwest Virginia! At an elevation of 3,405 feet, Big Walker Lookout affords one of the most spectacular views of the Appalachian Mountains to their visitors. Looking out over the patterned farms of Virginia in one direction and the untouched wilderness in another, you'll find it hard to believe that the views are real. As if the mountains' natural height weren't enough, Big Walker Lookout features an observation tower that puts you another 100 feet higher. USRT190 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT190 #BigWalkerLookout #Virginia #lookout #pitstop #roadtrip #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #view #tourist #tourism #travelphotography #vacation (at Big Walker Lookout)

Skeeter's is an amazing corner lunch counter in the sleepy small town of Wytheville, Virginia. Famous for their hot dogs, they claim to have sold over 9 million since 1925. It's a neighborhood spot filled with antique soda signs and a wrap-around counter packed with locals. And table service—in a hot dog joint! USRT190 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT190 #SkeetersWorldFamousHotdogs #restaurant #Virginia #eatery #pitstop #roadtrip #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #view #tourist #tourism #travelphotography #vacation (at Skeeter's "World Famous Hotdogs")

Narrow valleys, hairpin turns and great views. What's not to like? The Big Walker Mountain National Forest Scenic Byway (US-52) is a treat, and you'll discover another local secret when you twist through Lick Mountain to reach the farms and forests in the foothills between Allegheny and Blue Ridge Mountains. USRT190 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT190 #Roanoke #Virginia #roadtrip #roadtrippin #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #ridesofalifetime #atlas #outdoors #roadslesstravelled #destination (at Roanoke, West Virginia)

Bemidji is the hometown of bustin' out 1940s actress Jane Russell, but to most vacationers it's known for its postcard-perfect Paul Bunyan and Babe statues. Bemidji has the honor of erecting the oldest surviving shrine to the legendary lumberjack in this Bunyan-thick land. USRT100 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT100 #Bemidji #Minnesota #PaulBunyan #Babe #bridge #pitstop #roadtrip #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #view #tourist #tourism #travelphotography #vacation (at Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox)

A few miles north of Bemidji is the Northern Continental Divide where water flows north to Hudson Bay and south to the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the cruise along the shore of the Lower Red Lake. USRT100 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT100 #Minnesota #roadtrip #roadtrippin #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #ridesofalifetime #atlas #nature #outdoors #roadslesstravelled #destination (at Bemidji, Minnesota)

Buena Vista Ski Area. There's a lot of history here at the site of the former lumber town of Buena Vista, which Thomas says narrowly missed becoming the Beltrami County seat in the late 1800s. A church and a one-room schoolhouse that's more than 100 years old stand on the 90-acre ski area site, offering reminders of days gone by. USRT100 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT100 #BuenaVistaSkiArea #Minnesota #bridge #pitstop #roadtrip #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #view #tourist #tourism #travelphotography #vacation (at Buena Vista Ski Area)

The scenery on this tour should not be missed. You'll enjoy sweeping views of Skagit Valley, its tulip, daffodil and iris fields in full bloom every April. Stop at La Conner, Anacortes and Deception Pass on your way to scenic and historic Whidbey Island. Get your camera out on the ferry ride back, as you'll pass the picturesque Mukilteo Lighthouse and maybe even a pod of orcas. USRT010 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT010 #Seattle #Washington #roadtrip #roadtrippin #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #ridesofalifetime #atlas #outdoors #roadslesstravelled #destination (at Everett, Washington)

Sitting on a historic plot of land, flashing a white light once every five seconds, Mukilteo Lighthouse guides ships on their way to Everett, Washington. Native American Indians originally used the land in this area as a site for a camp during the winter months. In fact, Mukilteo is a local Indian word meaning “good camping ground.” On May 31, 1792, during his exploration of Puget Sound, Captain George Vancouver anchored his ship and came ashore at the point and named it Rose Point because of the wild pink roses that covered the hillsides. Later, Lieutenant Charles Wilkes, leader of the 1838-42 U.S. Exploring Expedition, changed the name to Point Elliott, likely in honor of midshipman Samuel Elliott. USRT010 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT010 #MukilteoLighthouse #Washington #lighthouse #roadtrippin #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #ridesofalifetime #atlas #outdoors #roadslesstravelled #destination (at Mukilteo Lighthouse and Beach and Ferry)

The original Detomaso Pantera was quite the oddity. An Italian supercar with a Ford V8, sold at Mercury dealerships… yeah. Lots of drugs back then. A comeback Pantera would likely need a conventional American V8 to keep costs down, similar to an Ultima GTR. It could go with the current Ford 5.0L Coyote, which is just a single turbo away from supercar power. Just be sure to take a look at the Ring Brothers recreation car as an example of where the looks should be for the 21st century. www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #myride #madmachine #madmachines #DetomasoPantera #1987Pantera #musclecar #roadtrip #roadtrippin #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #musclecar #automotive #car #road #instacars #ride

Madison County is the Covered Bridge Capital of Iowa, with the largest group of covered bridges that exists in one area in the western half of the Mississippi Valley. Six of the original nineteen covered bridges of Madison County remain, five of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Don’t forget your camera! USRT100 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT100 #MadisonCountyCoveredBridges #Iowa #bridge #pitstop #roadtrip #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #view #tourist #tourism #travelphotography #vacation (at Madison County Covered Bridges Festival)

This loop out of Des Moines is on the plains, with a road system pretty close to being a grid. Adair was the site of the first train robbery in the West, committed by Jesse James in 1873. USRT100 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT100 #Iowa #roadtrip #roadtrippin #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #ridesofalifetime #atlas #nature #outdoors #roadslesstravelled #destination (at Des Moines, Iowa)

The 23-karat golden dome towering above the city of Des Moines is a favorite of sightseers. Four smaller domes flank the main dome. The Capitol houses the governor's offices, legislature and the old Supreme Court room. Guided tours are available. USRT100 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT100 #IowaStateCapitol #Iowa #bridge #pitstop #roadtrip #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #view #tourist #tourism #travelphotography #vacation (at Iowa State Capitol)

The Mercury Cougar is a nameplate applied to a diverse series of automobiles sold by Mercury from 1967 to 1997, and again from 1999 to 2002. While most examples were produced as two-door coupes, at various times throughout its production life, the Cougar was also sold as a convertible, four-door sedan, station wagon, and hatchback. This mad machine is the 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator. www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #myride #madmachine #madmachines #1970MercuryCougarEliminator #MercuryCougar #musclecar #roadtrip #roadtrippin #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #musclecar #automotive #car #road #instacars #ride

Old Blanco County Courthouse is located on the corner of 3rd and Main Streets in Blanco, in the U.S. state of Texas. Designed by architect Frederick Ernst Ruffini in the Second Empire style, it opened in 1886. When the county seat was moved to Johnson City in 1890, the old courthouse was re-purposed as an office building. For almost a decade beginning in 1893, it was used as classrooms for local students while a new schoolhouse was being built, and in again 1919 when the schoolhouse fell into disrepair. For the next half century, the building served multiple tenants, including banks, tax collectors, entertainment venues, a museum, a restaurant and the local newspaper. For 24 years, the old courthouse was the area hospital. It was designated a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1972. USRT080 available at www.madmaps.com #madmaps #madmapsusa #USRT080 #OldBlancoCountyCourthouse #Texas #Courthouse #pitstop #roadtrip #ontheroad #map #explore #discover #adventure #journey #scenic #scenicroute #instatravel #travel #traveling #travelgram #trip #view #tourist #tourism #travelphotography #vacation (at The Old Blanco County Courthouse)

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